On Thursday, January 27th at 6:30 PM, Saint Joseph School hosted a telethon-style rock concert in the gymnasium to kick off their 2nd annual kindness campaign. The campaign is an opportunity for the students to raise funds for the school and in return for any support received, the students will pay it forward through acts of kindness carried out both at home, and in the classroom.
SJS has partnered with local organizations and nonprofits on this mission and is proud to announce that in addition to fundraising for the school, a percentage of funds raised will also go back to each group. Students in PreK - 8th grade will also be carrying out unique service projects for the organizations. Our partners include: Jericho Partnership, GAFFA, Connecticut Youth Leadership Project, Hillside Food Pantry, Birthright, New American Dream Foundation, Ann's Place, the Police Athletic League, and the Veterans Affairs Department of the City of Danbury.
Dr. Howe, Principal, performed some of our favorite rock hits and was the co-host of the live show with SJS 4th grader and local inspirational personality, Caio Ninja. Mayor Esposito, students, and ambassadors from each organization joined on stage throughout the night. The event served as a kick off for the kindness campaign that will run for two weeks and coincide with Catholic Schools Week.
“This beautiful premise aligns so well with our Catholic school mission to promote a life full of compassion, empathy, and gratitude, and further fosters the importance of service that we aim to instill in our children's lives,” said Dr. Howe. “The children of SJS serve year round and this campaign is a wonderful way to continue their commitment while also helping keep our special school financially healthy. Our 100th anniversary is coming up and we plan to be around for at least another 100 years!”
Anyone who wishes to support the children on their kindness mission can contribute at donate.raisecraze.com/sjs. The Rockathon was televised live to our school community via a private link. For home viewing information, please contact advancement@sjsdanbury.org.
